Exploring Oral Traditions in Philosophy

Philosophy can be analyzed within oral traditions, prompting a significant discussion about potential parallels with European cultures. While cultures with a rich written tradition often overshadow oral traditions, insights can still be extracted from sayings, folktales, and languages. This ethno-philosophy approach has sparked debate, particularly among African philosophers regarding the legitimacy and richness of philosophy in cultures without writing. By proposing the study of oral traditions in Europe, one can reevaluate prominent figures of history, such as Socrates, who engaged in philosophy through conversations rather than written texts.